Central Interface Module (Cim); Function And Design - Siemens SIPLUS HCS Series Operating Instructions Manual

Communication via PROFINET or PROFIBUS
PROFINET combines the industrial experience of PROFIBUS with the openness and flexible
options of Ethernet. PROFINET enables high-speed and secure data exchange at all levels,
thus making it possible to implement innovative machine and plant concepts.
PROFIBUS has been established for years as the fieldbus for machines and plants. Based
on serial bus technology, it is the foundation for the distributed concepts that are common
today.
Combined operation with HCS4200 heating controller
You can operate a POM4320 with the HCS4200. See SIPLUS HCS4200
PROFINET/PROFIBUS DP operating instructions.
Combined operation of a POM4320 Highend with the HCS4200 heating controller is not
possible.
3.4

Central interface module (CIM)

3.4.1

Function and design

Function
The Central Interface Module (CIM) handles the communication with the higher-level
controller and with the connected Power Output Modules (POM). In addition, the CIM
provides the 24 V DC power supply for the connected POMs. The CIM is available in two
versions: with a PROFINET interface or with a PROFIBUS interface.
SIPLUS HCS4300 PROFINET/PROFIBUS DP
Operating Instructions, 10/2019, A5E35452705A/005
System overview
3.4 Central interface module (CIM)
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